Events
The Gruffalo and Friends at Seven Stories
12 April 2012, 11.00am and 2.30pm
Seven Stories, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ
Meet Julia Donaldson and join in with an hour of storytelling, songs and fun at Seven Stories. Followed by a public book signing at 12pm and 3.30pm in the Seven Stories bookshop. Booking is essential
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From Cave Baby to Zog
31 March - 15 April 2012, 10.00 - 17.00
Seven Stories, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ
Come along to Seven Stories this Easter for a whole holiday dedicated to Julia Donaldson. Celebrate the launch of the new exhibition with storytimes featuring some favourite Julia Donaldson characters, plus art and craft activities inspired by Cave Baby and Tyrannosaurus Drip.
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A Squash and a Squeeze: Sharing Stories with Julia Donaldson
17 March 2012 - 13 February 2013, 10.00 - 17.00
Seven Stories, Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ
This brand new exhibition will bring Julia Donaldson’s captivating story worlds to life. Find out how she wrote modern classics such as The Gruffalo, Princess Mirror-Belle and The Troll and explore original artwork by her many illustrators – most famously Axel Scheffler. Come along on Saturday 17 or Sunday 18 March to be one of the first to see the exhibition during the opening weekend. Follow her journey from song writer for children’s television to current Children’s Laureate. See how she inspires her readers with story rhyme and rhythm. Children and their families can share stories and explore sensory environments based on Donaldson’s books. Follow in Toddle Waddle’s footsteps, climb into the cave with The Cave Baby and meet The Gruffalo. Sing-a-long to her songs on Julia’s Jukebox or perform a play in our theatre. Supported by Scholastic, Macmillan Children's Books and Alison Green Books.
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The Biggest Book Show on Earth
1 March 2012, 9.30-10am for Nursery and 11am-midday for Primary
Julia Donaldson will be taking part in the Biggest Book Show on Earth on World Book Day. Register now at www.worldbookday.com to watch the World Book Day online festival, featuring a stellar line-up of top authors and illustrators including Axel Scheffler, Eoin Colfer, Jacqueline Wilson, Cressida Cowell and Derek Landy performing together for the first time and streamed LIVE into nurseries, schools, bookshops and libraries nationwide.
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The Gruffalo's Child Singalong Show
11 - 12 February 2012, Two shows per day at 1pm and 4pm
Sadler's Wells - Lilian Baylis Studio, Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4TN
Join with Julia and her husband Malcolm, accompanied by a live band, for a grand singalong from her stories and songbooks - the latest of which is The Gruffalo's Child and Other Songs. Julia and firends will also act out The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child with a special appearance from the Gruffalo himself. After the performance Julia will be signing copies of The Gruffalo's Child and Other Songs. £10 Per ticket. £35 Per family ticket for groups of 4
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National Libraries Day: Julia at Canning Town Library
4 February 2012, 2.00pm
Canning Town Library, Barking Road, Canning Town, London, E16 4HQ
Julia Donaldson will be visiting Canning Town Library in London on National Libraries Day for a very special event to celebrate the magic of libraries. Come along to sing songs and share stories from some of Julia’s much-loved books. This event is ideally suited to 6-8 year old children. Tickets are free but only limited places are available. To book visit the library or telephone them on 0203 373 8343
Julia Donaldson Story and Singalong
21 January 2012, 1.00pm
Millennium Forum, Millennium Forum, Newmarket Street, Derry/Londonderry, BT48 6EB
As part of the celebrations leading up to Derry City of Culture 2013, Dog Ears presents a fantastic sing-along event with Julia at the Millennium Forum. Julia will bring her best-loved stories to life, with a rollicking performance of songs from her picture books, including: ‘A Squash and a Squeeze’, ‘Room on the Broom’ and ‘Zog’. Look out for a special live appearance from the Gruffalo himself! Followed by a book signing. All tickets £5.00
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Two Laureates: Julia Donaldson & Siobhan Parkinson in Conversation
21 January 2012, 4.30pm
The Verbal Arts Centre, Verbal Arts Centre (NI) Ltd, Stable Lane and Mall Wall, Bishop Street Within, Derry / Londonderry, BT48 6PU
Julia Donaldson, UK Children’s Laureate and Siobhan Parkinson, Laureate na nÓg (Irish Laureate) will be discussing their roles, digital publishing, library cuts and more at this special event in Derry chaired by Marie-Louise Muir. Free event for adults (not suitable for children). For tickets email hello@cheersdogears.com or telephone 028 712 61941.
Two Laureates: Julia Donaldson & Siobhan Parkinson
20 January 2012, 2.00pm
Royal Irish Academy, Dawson Street, Dublin, 2
The Irish Children's Laureate (Laureate na nÓg), Siobhán Parkinson (pictured), will be appearing alongside Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson at a special Two Laureates event at the Royal Irish Academy in Dublin. This is an adult event and places will be limited: to book a place contact info@childrenslaureate.ie
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The Gruffalo's Child
11 - 30 December 2011
artsdepot, 5 Nether Street, Tally Ho Corner, North Finchley, London,, N12 0GA
Tall Stories, the company behind the immensely successful stage production of 'The Gruffalo' return to artsdepot in London for the 2011 Christmas season with a magical, musical show filled with songs, laughter and scary fun.
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